Nut Burgers (Vegetarian)

Recipe View 5 mins Toast Nuts and Seeds: In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the walnuts and sunflower seeds, stirring occasionally, until lightly toasted and fragrant (approximately 5 minutes).

Recipe View 5 mins Prepare Patty Mixture: In a large bowl, mash the drained chickpeas with a fork (or pulse in a food processor). Stir in the toasted walnuts and sunflower seeds, diced red onion, beaten egg, chopped fresh parsley, herb seasoning blend, and black pepper until everything is well combined.

Recipe View 2 mins Shape Patties: Divide the chickpea mixture in half and shape each portion into a patty.

Recipe View 6 mins Fry Patties: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and fry until well-browned and heated through, about 3 minutes per side.

Recipe View 1 mins Melt Cheese: Lay one slice of Cheddar cheese over each patty. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the cheese melt slightly.

Recipe View 2 mins Warm Pita: Heat the pita bread round in the same skillet over medium-low heat until warm, about 1 minute per side. Remove from the skillet and cut it in half.

Recipe View 3 mins Assemble Burgers: Spread ranch dressing inside each pita half and line with romaine lettuce. Slide a cheesy patty into each pita, then top with sliced tomato and avocado.